More Help for Seniors Act of 2021
1/11/2023, 1:48 PMCongress
117
Number
HR - 2464
Introduced on
2021-04-13
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
Cosponsors
+5
Status of Legislation
Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote
Purpose and Summary
More Help for Seniors Act of 2021
This bill expands eligibility for low-income subsidies under the Medicare prescription drug benefit. Specifically, the bill raises the maximum allowable income for beneficiaries to qualify from 150% to 200% of the federal poverty line.
Bill 117 HR 2464, also known as the More Help for Seniors Act of 2021, aims to provide additional support and resources for senior citizens in the United States. The bill focuses on improving access to healthcare, increasing financial assistance, and enhancing overall quality of life for older Americans.
One key provision of the bill is the expansion of Medicare coverage to include dental, vision, and hearing services. This would help seniors afford essential healthcare services that are currently not covered by traditional Medicare plans. Additionally, the bill seeks to lower prescription drug costs for seniors by allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices with pharmaceutical companies.
In terms of financial assistance, the More Help for Seniors Act proposes increasing Social Security benefits for eligible seniors to ensure they can meet their basic needs and maintain a decent standard of living. The bill also includes provisions for affordable housing options for seniors, as well as increased funding for programs that provide meals and transportation services for older Americans. Overall, the More Help for Seniors Act of 2021 aims to address the unique challenges faced by senior citizens in the US and improve their quality of life. By expanding healthcare coverage, increasing financial assistance, and enhancing support services, this bill seeks to ensure that older Americans can age with dignity and security.
One key provision of the bill is the expansion of Medicare coverage to include dental, vision, and hearing services. This would help seniors afford essential healthcare services that are currently not covered by traditional Medicare plans. Additionally, the bill seeks to lower prescription drug costs for seniors by allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices with pharmaceutical companies.
In terms of financial assistance, the More Help for Seniors Act proposes increasing Social Security benefits for eligible seniors to ensure they can meet their basic needs and maintain a decent standard of living. The bill also includes provisions for affordable housing options for seniors, as well as increased funding for programs that provide meals and transportation services for older Americans. Overall, the More Help for Seniors Act of 2021 aims to address the unique challenges faced by senior citizens in the US and improve their quality of life. By expanding healthcare coverage, increasing financial assistance, and enhancing support services, this bill seeks to ensure that older Americans can age with dignity and security.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand eligibility for low-income subsidies under part D of the Medicare program.
Display TitleMore Help for Seniors Act of 2021
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand eligibility for low-income subsidies under part D of the Medicare program.
Short Title(s) as IntroducedMore Help for Seniors Act of 2021
Policy Areas
Health
Potential Impact
Health care costs and insurance•
Health care coverage and access•
Health programs administration and funding•
Medicare•
Prescription drugs
Comments
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Recent Activity
Latest Summary6/10/2021
More Help for Seniors Act of 2021
This bill expands eligibility for low-income subsidies under the Medicare prescription drug benefit. Specifically, the bill raises the maximum allowable income for beneficiaries to qualify fr...
om 150% to 200% of the federal poverty line.
Latest Action4/14/2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.